Daiwa Tanacom 800
#10 in 14 to 24 kg dragFull review
A US-market power-assist reel for deep dropping and kite fishing that gives big-reel drag and capacity for less than a Seaborg.
Amazon $899.99 eBay$899.99
The Daiwa Tanacom 800 and the Daiwa Tanacom 1200 are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 3.0.
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Daiwa Tanacom 1200
#12 in 14 to 24 kg dragFull review
A US-market power-assist reel for deep dropping and kite fishing that holds 1,000 m of heavy braid for under $900.
Amazon $899.99 eBay$899.99
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 14 to 24 kg drag electric reel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Daiwa Tanacom 800 | Daiwa Tanacom 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 64 $40.91 per kg of drag ($899.99, 22 kg) | 64 $40.91 per kg of drag ($899.99, 22 kg) |
| Drag 20% | 64 22 kg maximum drag | 64 22 kg maximum drag |
| Line speed 20% | 50 loaded line speed not published (neutral score used) | 50 loaded line speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 10 11.5 kg of drag per kg of reel (22 kg, 1,910 g) | 5 10.8 kg of drag per kg of reel (22 kg, 2,040 g) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published | 0 warranty not published |
Specifications
| Daiwa Tanacom 800 | Daiwa Tanacom 1200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Maximum drag | 22 kg | 22 kg |
| Gear ratio | 2.1:1 | 2.1:1 |
| Line per handle turn | 58.7 cm | 58.7 cm |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | 0.42 mm braid-800 m | PE 8-1000 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 1,910 g (67.4 oz) | 2,040 g (72 oz) |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | 4 | 4 |
| Handle | Right | Right |